ITI2175 · Usability

Overview

This unit explores the underpinning theories, principles and practices of interface design and user interaction to create usable computer-based systems. It examines issues in the design of system interfaces from a number of perspectives of the user experience. The unit will cover topics such as theories and principles for designing effective user interfaces, methods and tools for developing different fidelity prototypes, and methods to evaluate the usability of interfaces with experts and users. The unit will also focus on designing for a diverse range of users and environments.

Offerings

The Handbook publishes no offerings for this unit.

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Demonstrate critical understanding of the theories and principles of usability as applied to interface and interaction design for different platforms;
2. Conduct comprehensive analysis of user gathered data to inform design decisions that align with users’ needs;
3. Design interfaces for user diversity and accessibility;
4. Employ user-centred design throughout the design process;
5. Critically evaluate and assess user interfaces, providing recommendations for improvement.

Workload

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.